Contract Administrator

3D Recruitment has partnered with an award-winning construction and services group with decades of industry experience. They are seeking a commercially minded Contract Administrator to take ownership across procurement, subcontractor management and project administration, based in Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs.

THE COMPANY
Our client is a well - established construction that has built a strong reputation for quality, safety, client satisfaction and long-term partnerships. Their end-to-end capabilities span the full asset lifecycle, including construction, extensions, fit-outs, refurbishments, repurposing, servicing and maintenance. They deliver projects across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, working collaboratively with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other key stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

WHAT YOU GET

• Salary between $120k - $140k + Super
• Join an award-winning and financially secure business
• Strong pipeline of diverse projects across multiple sectors
• Genuine progression pathway into Project Management
• Supportive team with established systems and processes
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle

PROJECTS

• Hospitality fit-outs
• Health refurbishments and fit-outs
• Health developments
• Education developments

THE ROLE

• Manage contract administration across construction, fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Manage procurement and subcontractor engagement.
• Obtain, assess and negotiate subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare and issue subcontractor documentation and work orders.
• Assist with variations, progress claims and payment processes.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Support project teams with commercial advice and contract administration.
• Maintain strong documentation and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work autonomously and take initiative across day-to-day project requirements.
• Utilise Cheops, Aconex, Hammertech and Excel to manage project administration and processes.
• Build the skills and commercial knowledge required to progress into Project Management.

YOU

• 4–6 years’ experience as a Contract Administrator within commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of procurement, subcontractor management and cost control.
• Experience across fit-out, refurbishment or development projects.
• Strong initiative with the ability to work autonomously.
• Confident managing subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Cheops, Aconex, Hammertech and Excel

ACTION
Send an up to date copy of your CV & Project List to my email.
Alternatively, get in touch with me directly for a highly confidential discussion.

Jeremy Phelan
jeremyp@3drecruitment.com.au
0439 874 107